KYC Associate

An International Financial Services Banking firm with a base in Dublin are seeking a KYC Associate for their Financial Crime Middle Office Department. In this role you will conduct the AML and KYC processes for the firm’s group companies in relation to the full onboarding and Periodic Review of Financial Institution and on occasion other customer type KYC records. This can include if applicable the checking of others works, to ensure completeness and accuracy, and to support the Team leader in organising the daily activities of the group.

Key responsibilities of the KYC Associate:

• Complete KYC Onboarding/Periodic Reviews in ACCORD, ensuring the efficient processing of file, adhering to current procedures and the AML CTF Standards set out by management
• Collect from Public sources all required documentation to support the Onboarding and Review process.
• Validate information/documentation collected for completeness, adequacy, and accuracy. Ensure documentation is fit for purpose and in-line with internal and external requirements
• Investigate and assess matches for Negative News and Politically Exposed Persons. Determine materiality and prepare detailed rationale for sign-off when required.
• Ensure the Interim Negative News reviews, Updates and Amendments across all systems are kept up-to date
• Prepare/monitor and escalate to FCMO Management or CPD any necessary exceptional handling, deferral, risk re-classification, or file notes as required
• Escalate any issues arising during the On-boarding/Periodic Reviews processes to the Team Leader, and act in accordance with their further instructions
• Monitor the due dates of work and pro-actively chase Front office colleagues for updates on work where due dates are at risk
• Carry out any other AML related tasks as instructed by senior management and work outside of contracted hours if required

Key requirements of the KYC Associate:

• At least 1 years’ experience in a KYC/AML related role
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous eye for detail, in a four-eye checking process, well organised able to work to targets and show a flexible attitude to achieve results
• Must be results orientated and be adaptable to change, including the implementation of new procedures, systems and assisting other areas as required.
• Ability to collaborate and work within a team, supporting others to ensure the overall team objectives are achieved.
• Previous experience of working within a CDD team in a financial institution would be a benefit
• Externally recognised qualifications in relation to AML and customer due diligence are preferable. (e.g. ICA Certificates / ACAMS)

If you are interested please apply with your CV or contact Sean at Sean.Keogh@walterspeople.com for more information.